Digital Drawing for Designers: A Visual Guide to AutoCAD® 2017

AutoCAD continues to dominate the two-dimensional drafting marketplace for architects and interior designers. Digital Drawing for Designers: A Visual Guide to AutoCAD 2017 is designed to help this community by visually teaching for step-by-step understanding. Beginning with the building blocks of drawing (lines circles and arcs) the book progresses through architectural graphic standards enabling students to create presentation and construction drawings that effectively communicate their design ideas. Advanced features such as annotative dimensions annotative blocks express tools and linking drawings (XREFs) are also covered. Instructions are illustrated using language and concepts from manual drafting facilitating a smooth transition to the digital environment for all designers. New learners will appreciate the step-by-step lessons and visual illustrations while experienced design professionals can easily access material to refresh their knowledge. Clear concise and above all visual this AutoCAD guide speaks directly to the needs of architects and interior designers.